Integrated Electricity Resource Planning (NATO Science Series E: Applied Sciences, Volume 261)

Preface. I: Introduction. An Introduction to Integrated Resource Planning; A.T. de Almeida. II: IRP and the Environment. IRP, DSM and the Environment; V.A. Rabl. Economic Valuation of External Costs of Fuel Cycles. Testing the Benefit Transfer Approach; S. Navrud. Modelling Externalities: Cost-Effectiveness of Reducing Environmental Impacts; U.R. Fritsche. Development of an Integrated Resource Planning Model for the Evaluation of Emission Reduction Measures on the Supply and End User Level; M. Wietschel, H.-D. Haasis, O. Rentz. Climate Change, Windows, Lighting, and Cooling; A.H. Rosenfeld. III: IRP Modelling. New Developments in Integrated Planning Models; A. Jahn. Powerplan: an Interactive Simulation Tool to Explore Electric Power Planning Options; H.J.M. de Vries, R.M.J. Benders. Dealing with Uncertainty in Integrated Electricity Planning; M. Castillo-Bonet. The Main Problem for DSM Options Analysis: the Need for Valuable Data; E. Golvano. Distribution Load Modelling for Demand Side Management and End-Use Efficiency; C. Álvarez, A. Gabaldón. IV: Energy-Efficient Technologies. New Developments in Energy-Efficient Electric Motor Drive Systems; A.T. de Almeida. Advanced Energy-Efficient Lighting Systems: Progress and Potential; E. Mills, M.A. Piette. New Loads in Office Buildings: Opportunities for Improving Efficiency of Office Equipment; J. Roturier, J.P. Harris. Energy Efficient Domestic Appliances -- Analyses and Field Tests; J.S. Nørgård, A. Gydesen. Alternatives to Compressor Cooling in Residences; H. Feustel, A.T. de Almeida, C. Blumstein. Minimization of Losses in Transmission and Distribution Systems; G.J. Anders. Voltage/Distribution Optimization;N.H.M. Hofmeester, C.J. van de Water. Energy Technology Research and Development Investment Analysis; W. Fulkerson. R&D Needs: Summary and Highlights of Discussion Sessions; T.R. Schneider. V: International Experience. The Electric Power Industry Structure and Integrated Resource Planning; A. Verbruggen. Low Electricity Europe; J.S. Nørgård, P.S. Nielsen, J. Viegand. Demand-Side Management in the U.S.: Do we have all the Answers? V.A. Rabl. The German Electricity Supply Companies as Partners for Energy Services -- Concepts, Activities, and Results; J. Grawe. Electricity Conservation Programmes and Planning in Italy; F. Cipriani. Demand Management; R. Derks. Electricity Reform in the NIS: a Recommended Approach; T.D. Davis. Challenges and Potential or Integrated Resource Planning in Developing Countries; P. Meier. Introducing Energy-Efficient Technologies in Developing Countries; A.J. Gadgil. Index.